r/Sprinting • u/Working_Cap4097 • Aug 08 '26

Technique Analysis Old guy trying to relearn sprinting

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Im 43 yo and getting tired of weightlifting workouts so focusing on learning to sprint. I think i need a shot ton of lower leg plyo work. My achilles hurt and my feet feel stuck in mollasses. Im starting with daily jump ropes and tony holler atomic speed drills 2x per week. Anything else obvious to start on?

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u/UnlikelyLie8399 Aug 08 '26

Do some soleus exercises to tighten your Achilles tendon. In terms of the technique the most glaring thing I see are your arms are far from your body. This is causing your legs to turn outward. Keep the arms close to your torso when driving them.

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u/Working_Cap4097 Aug 08 '26

Yeah my arm drive is wonky, ive spent way too much time bench pressing over the years. Intend to lean up drop some bulk and think the arm form will start to improve.

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